What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at P.W. Gillibrand of Texas, Inc.?
Loader Operator – Front-end
OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY
Operates a front-end loader to deliver and dump materials to locations within the plant, including feed hoppers, stock piles, reject piles, haul trucks and customer trucks.
JOB DUTIES
· Performs workplace examinations as required.
· Safely operates a front-end loader.
· Cleans the bucket to prevent cross-contamination of materials.
· Responsible for the safe performance of loading a front-end loader bucket, and spotting a haul truck or customer truck
· Loading a haul truck and customer truck
· Transporting material
· Dumping a bucket of material onto stockpiles and hoppers
· Back-dragging a pile of material and performs clean-up of materials around the plants.
· May operate the loader in all types of weather and terrain.
- Conducts pre and post trip inspections in accordance with MSHA regulations.
- Responsible for understanding changes to assigned work areas and any potential hazards.
- Responsible for knowing and safely performing the procedures for start-up and shut-down, fueling, fire, runaway, emergency, and accident.
- · Maintains a clean and safe operating record.
· Attends bi-weekly safety meetings.
· When not operating the loader, may be required to assist with operation of other heavy equipment.
· Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
· High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1-3 year’s related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven track record of punctuality and dependability.
- Must have a safe driving record with one year driving experience..
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English over the radio and to supervisors and co-workers regarding plant operations.
WORK DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
- Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, as needed, including hard hat, hearing protection, eye protection, hard-toed safety shoes or boots, dust mask respirator, protective clothing, gloves and other personal protective equipment.
- Employee may be exposed to dusty and noisy environments and may occasionally be working in extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, wind and rain.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, and work on elevated platforms.
- Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.90 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Brady, TX 76825: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23